Certified Medication Aide-Nights (Assisted Living) - Louisville Care Center : Job Details

Louisville Care Center is searching for a qualified and self-motivated Certified Medication Aide to join our team in our Assisted Living Facility. You will perform a variety of patient care duties including administering medication, reporting changes, collecting samples, and recording medication dosages.

The ideal medication aide will be extremely detail-oriented and possess in-depth knowledge of patient care procedures. Providing excellent patient care is a vital part of this job, which is why excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients.
• Coordinate with different nurses to assist with patient care and medications.
• Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.
• Record medication dosages and times.
• Observe patients and document changes in their condition.
• Gather samples for analysis.
• Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned.
• Uphold all health and safety standards.
• Respond to patient emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify patient needs.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or relevant qualification.
• Must be a certified medication aide.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding medical and pharmacological terminology.